Healthy Chicken Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Healthy Chicken Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 pound), cut into 2-inch pieces; Salt; Freshly ground pepper; 1 andouille sausage (about 3 ounces), sliced 1/2 inch thick; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 small red bell pepper, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder; 1 cup long-grain rice; 2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 pound), cut into 2-inch pieces
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
1 andouille sausage (about 3 ounces), sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 cup long-grain rice
2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

1
In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil until shimmering.
2
Season the chicken with salt and pepper and cook over moderately high heat, turning once, until browned, about 3 minutes.
3
Transfer to a plate.
4
Add the sausage to the skillet and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 2 minutes.
5
Add the sausage to the plate with the chicken.
6
Add the onion, pepper and garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 6 minutes.
7
Add the adobo seasoning and chile powder and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
8
Add the rice and cook, stirring constantly, until well coated and just beginning to brown, about 1 minute.
9
Stir in the stock, black beans, chicken and sausage and bring to a boil over moderately high heat.
10
Cover and cook over moderately low heat until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
11
Let rest for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

690

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 pound), cut into 2-inch pieces, Salt, Freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Healthy Chicken Jambalaya falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Chicken Jambalaya

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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